at Fairmount Technologies in Derby, Kansas, United States
Job Description
We’re looking for an Automation & Controls Engineer to join our small, highly technical team and help design, build, and deploy next-generation machine tools.
What You’ll Be Working On
You’ll contribute across the full lifecycle of our machine control systems, including:
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Designing and implementing control software for advanced electromechanical systems
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Developing and testing motion control, PLC logic, safety systems, and HMIs
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Integrating electrical hardware, control software, and external equipment into cohesive machine systems
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Writing and refining control logic (e.g., Structured Text, Function Block Diagrams)
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Creating and reviewing control panel designs and system architectures
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Running extensive testing and trial runs to verify functionality and performance
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Troubleshooting hardware, software, and communication issues efficiently
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Improving existing control software for reliability, performance, and maintainability
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Developing operations documentation, manuals, and training materials
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Ensuring proper communication between programs, machines, networks, and external devices
This is a hands-on role focused on new machine development and production systems, not just maintenance or support.
Why This Role Is Different
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Small company → big technical ownership from day one
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Highly unique machine tools and smart manufacturing systems
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Blend of automation, electrical, motion, and systems-level engineering
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Direct involvement in machines that go from prototype to customer deployment
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Opportunity to grow technically and professionally as production ramps up
You’ll see your work move from concept → machine → factory floor.
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